Google Pixel 9 vs Realme V21
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 (2024) and the Realme V21 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 10/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V21 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Google Pixel 9
Realme V21
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Realme V21, the Google Pixel 9 scores 40 points higher (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Realme V21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.6" TFT | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | — | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (75/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 40 points (50/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme V21 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use.